In the Same Boat

In the Same Boat is a captivating young adult novel blending thrilling adventure with a heartfelt romance. It follows Sadie Scofield, a determined teenager desperate to redeem herself in her father's eyes by completing the arduous Texas River Odyssey canoe race. When her brother bails, Sadie must partner with Cully, her attractive but ill-prepared former best friend. As they battle the river's dangers, from alligators to treacherous nights, they also confront their complicated past, uncover family secrets, and find their feelings for each other shifting. This book is perfect for readers aged 12-18 who enjoy stories of resilience, self-discovery, and exciting outdoor challenges, with a sweet romantic subplot.

In the Same Boat is the hugely entertaining blend of romance and thrilling adventure that you never knew you needed. Sadie Scofield is just a few days away from the race of a lifetime. The Texas River Odyssey may be 260 miles and multiple days of arduous canoeing where every turn of the river reveals new dangers-downed trees, alligators, pitch black night-but those dangers pale in comparison to going another year knowing that her father is ashamed of her. Last year, Sadie caused a disastrous wreck that ended her father's twenty year streak of finishes, and he's never looked at her the same. Now, she knows that finishing the race with her brother, Tanner, is her one shot to redeem herself. She's ready for anything...except Tanner ditching her for another team at the last minute. Sadie grits her teeth and accepts that she has to team up with Cully, her former best friend turned worst enemy. It's irritating enough that he grew up to be so attractive, but once they're on the river it turns out he's ill-prepared for such a dangerous race. But as the miles pass, the pain of the race builds, they uncover the truth about their feuding families, and Sadie's feelings for Cully begin to shift. Could this race change her life more than she ever could have imagined? With an unforgettable heroine and an immersive setting, Holly Green's captivating debut promises heart-stopping action and a swoony romance that will leave you cheering.